BraunPrize 2003

‘Modio’ – Internet radio
Modio is an internet radio system which
consists of two parts: the radio itself and an
oval shell containing the speakers. As well
as allowing users to receive internet radio
stations, play CDs/DVDs and receive home-
cinema soundtracks, it features a text/video/
voice communication module. The portable
‘ct.loop’ – Computer tomograph
ct.loop is a computer tomograph whose
open formal concept and friendly color
combinations make the business of under-
going a scan less stressful for the patient.
unit, which can be used by several people
simultaneously, has a wireless link to the
wall-mounted speaker module.
Statement of the jury
This project offers a new approach to a
classic home product and represents an
effort to rethink what a radio is. The tradition
of the radio occupying a central role in the
home has been brought back by this design,
this time with added technological advan-
tages. The unit comprises a computer,
keyboard, display, video camera and wire-
less online connectivity as well as traditional
radio components such as speakers. This is
both a modern piece of technology and a
piece of art which the user can hang on
the wall. An additional benefit is the mobility
of the device, which can be moved from
room to room without loss of functionality or
connectivity.
The system is equipped with a communi-
cation unit which guides the patient through
the scan process.
Statement of the jury
The jury selected this project because
of its overall depth of understanding of the
topic and the clarity and intelligence of
the designed solution. The concept is an
improvement on the existing equipment,
and a good piece of industrial design. The
open and user-friendly aesthetic of the
design (instead of the traditional ‘scary tube’)
reduces the patient’s fear of this type of
equipment. The functional and visual
characteristics are well combined and
complement each other. The designer has
provided a clear and simple user interface
for the doctor while meeting the patient’s
need for emotional and physical comfort.
Benjamin Holch was voted overall winner of
the 2003 BraunPrize for his ‘ct.loop’ project.
Jörn Busse,
Matthias Lossau
Hochschule der Bildenden
Künste, Braunschweig,
Germany
Benjamin Holch
University Essen,
Germany
BraunPrize Special 7